Sponsored Podcast (RJM Tax Exemption): Sales Tax Exemption Explained with Reuben James Mattinson

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📝 Understanding sales tax exemption is critical for anyone selling products online in the U.S., especially for international e-commerce entrepreneurs. In this episode, we sit down with Reuben James Mattinson, founder and CEO of RJM Tax Exemption, who shares expert insight on how foreign sellers can legally avoid sales tax, reduce exposure to penalties, and ensure their online stores stay compliant with U.S. tax laws.

With a unique background transitioning from the medical field to e-commerce and tax consultancy, Reuben James Mattinson brings grounded experience and clarity to topics most sellers find confusing. Whether you’re a Shopify seller, Amazon FBA entrepreneur, or dropshipper, this episode is packed with answers to your biggest concerns, including:

1. Do I really need to register for sales tax in the U.S.?
2. What is economic nexus and how does it affect my business?
3. Can I avoid double taxation if I’m not a U.S. resident?

This conversation offers real solutions to your sales tax headaches, helping you protect your margins, avoid unnecessary fees, and grow confidently into the U.S. market.

💡 What You’ll Learn:
1. How to achieve sales tax exemption through resale certificates
2. The difference between economic nexus and physical nexus
3. Navigating state-by-state sales tax thresholds
4. How foreign LLC owners can avoid U.S. income tax legally
5. Understanding marketplace facilitator laws (Amazon, Walmart, Shopify)
6. Avoiding surprise costs like franchise tax and B&O tax
7. How RJM Tax Exemption helps clients stay compliant and audit-proof

Reuben James Mattinson and his firm are on Trustpilot for U.S. tax prep and compliance. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling a 6-figure store, this episode gives you the insight, strategy, and peace of mind you need to confidently sell in the U.S. without overpaying taxes.

To connect with Reuben James Mattinson on LinkedIn, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjmtax/

00:00 - Intro: Memorial Day episode with Reuben James Mattinson
01:25 - Reuben’s journey from physical therapy to tax consultancy
03:15 - Overview of RJM Tax Exemption’s services
04:30 - Reuben’s ideal clients: non-US sellers, digital nomads, Amazon FBA
05:50 - Top tax concerns from e-commerce sellers
08:10 - Why skipping professional tax advice can cost you
09:30 - First step toward sales tax compliance
11:00 - How to become sales tax exempt
13:00 - Different rules for Amazon, Shopify, Walmart, Alibaba
14:25 - When tax rules start to apply (minimums, thresholds)
16:00 - How RJM keeps current with changing state laws
17:30 - Avoiding U.S. income tax as a foreign LLC owner
18:45 - How the IRS tracks your e-commerce sales
19:50 - Contact info and free consultation details

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